Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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Fine Arts Fund Grant Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Fine Arts Fund Grant, administered by the Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley, aims to enhance cultural initiatives in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties.	Not published	Up to $3K
Albert E. and Myrtle Gunn York Trust Grant York Albert E & Myrtle Gunn Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Albert E. and Myrtle Gunn York Trust Grant aims to enhance the lives of Victoria, Texas residents by supporting religious purposes, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Community Grants (Formerly called Arts Funding to Communities ) Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The CBT Arts and Culture Program supports local artistic and cultural projects that benefit Basin communities. This funding aims to empower artists, address local issues, and enhance community engagement in arts initiatives.	Not published	Up to $3K
Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant - Minnesota (Hennepin County) The Nordson Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in communities across the U.S., particularly through education.	Not published	Varies
Greater Cedarburg Foundation Grant Greater Cedarburg Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Cedarburg Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance the Cedarburg community's cultural heritage, artistic endeavors, and educational services.	Not published	Varies
Equinox Foundation Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Equinox Foundation, in collaboration with Innovia Foundation, offers grants to benefit the communities of Bonner and Boundary counties in North Idaho.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Paul Green Foundation Grant The Paul Green Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Paul Green Foundation, established in 1982, continues the legacy of playwright Paul Green by supporting North Carolina 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Culture and the Arts – Project Grants Vermont Humanities · State Not published · Up to $500K Supports new or existing community and curriculum development projects.	Not published	Up to $500K
Collections-Related Grants Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation offers Collections-Related Grants for Nonprofits, aimed at enhancing public interest in art through innovative projects.	Not published	Varies
College Art Association (CAA) Member Support Grant College Art Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The College Art Association (CAA) Member Support Grant provides financial assistance for individuals attending the Annual Conference.	Not published	Up to $250
LA County Arts & Culture: Advancement Grant for School Districts Los Angeles Arts Ed Collective · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The LA County Arts & Culture Advancement Grant supports school districts in providing quality arts education to all students.	Not published	Up to $25K
Howard Gilman Foundation Grant - New Funding The Howard Gilman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · US $10,000 - US $30,000 The Howard Gilman Foundation Grant aims to support New York City's vibrant performing arts organizations.	Not published	US $10,000 - US $30,000
Helen S. Boylan Foundation Grants Helen S Boylan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Helen S. Boylan Foundation, established in 1982, aims to enhance community life in Carthage, Missouri, the Greater Kansas City Area, and Lindale, Texas.	Not published	Varies
Programmatic Grants Desk Drawer Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K Supports programming or operating needs that drive meaningful community impact	Not published	$5K – $25K
Michael Ballhaus Residency Award Friends of Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ellen Hamada Fashion Design Scholarship Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ellen Hamada Fashion Design Scholarship, established in 2004 by Ellen Hamada, aims to support students pursuing Fashion Design and Sewing.	Not published	Varies
Lane County Cultural Coalition Grant Oregon Cultural Trust · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Lane County Cultural Coalition Grant supports cultural programs and projects in Lane County, promoting arts, heritage, and humanities.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Capitol Hill Community Foundation Fall and Spring Grants Capitol Hill Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Capitol Hill Community Foundation offers Fall and Spring Grants to support local programs in education, youth, arts, social services, and community spaces.	Not published	Up to $3K
Peninsula Activities: Mary E. and Curtis M. Chappell Jr. Fund Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Mary E. and Curtis M. Chappell Jr. Fund, administered by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, supports arts and humanities activities on the Virginia Peninsula.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Helen Pumphrey Denit Charitable Trust Grant Helen Pumphrey Denit Tr Char & Educ Purposes · Foundation Not published · Varies The Helen Pumphrey Denit Charitable Trust Grant aims to support organizations that enhance education, culture, health, and human services, primarily within the Baltimore region.	Not published	Varies
Enrichment Grants Reachout Crestview · Foundation Rolling · Varies ReachOut Crest View offers Enrichment Grants to support creative ways to enrich student experiences at Crest View Elementary. Grants can be requested by teachers or staff members.	Rolling	Varies
MFA Fellowship Grant Dedalus Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The MFA Fellowship, funded by the Dedalus Foundation, provides a $15,000 stipend to final-year students graduating from MFA programs in Painting and Sculpture in the U.S. Annually, four fellowships are awarded based on nominations from…	Not published	Up to $15K
CHCF: Mini-Grants Capitol Hill Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Capitol Hill Community Foundation offers Mini-Grants of up to $500 to support various programs and projects that benefit the Capitol Hill neighborhood.	Not published	Up to $500
City of Berkeley: Civic Arts- General Operating Support Grant Berkeley Civic Arts Commission (BCAC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The City of Berkeley's Civic Arts- General Operating Support Grant provides essential funding to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Berkeley.	Not published	Up to $20K

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About grants for arts

Arts grants support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural preservation, and creative organizations. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the flagship federal funder, distributing over $160 million annually. State arts councils, foundations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and Mellon Foundation, and corporate sponsors provide extensive additional funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

How do I apply for an NEA grant?

The NEA offers grants through multiple programs including Art Works, Challenge America, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. Applications are submitted through Grants.gov. Most require 501(c)(3) status or government affiliation. The NEA funds in specific disciplines (dance, design, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts) with distinct application cycles.

Can individual artists get grants?

The NEA's direct individual grants are limited to Literature Fellowships and honorary awards. However, many state arts councils, foundations (Pollock-Krasner, United States Artists, Creative Capital), and residency programs provide direct artist funding. Fiscal sponsorship through organizations like Fractured Atlas opens additional grant opportunities for individual artists.

Are there grants for community arts programs?

Yes. The NEA's Our Town program funds creative placemaking. State and regional arts councils heavily fund community programming. Foundations like ArtPlace America, the Kresge Foundation, and local community foundations support community arts. CDBG funds can support arts-based community development projects.

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